Lower Face Lift	Mid Face Lift	Coronal Forehead Lift
Endoscopic Forehead Life

Is it right for me?
This procedure can enhance your appearance and your selfconfidence by making you look younger and fresher. As we age gravity, sun damage and the stress of daily life can be seen in our faces. We often develop deep creases from the nose to the mouth and our jaw line tends to lose definition because the skin becomes slack. Folds and fat deposits can appear on our necks making us look jowly. A Facelift (Rhytidectomy) cannot stop us ageing but it can turn back the clock by removing the excess fat, tightening muscles, and removing the excess skin. This procedure can be done alone or with other procedures such as a brow lift and upper and lower eyelid surgery. Some medical conditions can make this type of surgery more risky. These include thyroid problems, dry eye syndrome, high blood pressure, circulatory disorders, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. A detached retina or glaucoma is also reason for caution; check with your ophthalmologist before you have surgery.

The Risks
During your consultation our surgeon will evaluate your face, checking skin and your underlying bone structure. The surgeon will also check for medical conditions that could cause problems during or after surgery, such as uncontrolled high blood pressure, blood clotting problems. Be sure to tell our surgeon if you smoke or are taking any drugs or medications, especially aspirin or other drugs that affect clotting. Some problems that can occur include haematoma and injury to the nerves that control facial muscles but this is usually temporary. Poor healing of the skin is most likely to affect smokers. Complications are infrequent and usually minor. However, as with any surgery; there is always a possibility of complications or a reaction to the anaesthetic. You can reduce your risks by closely following the surgeon's instructions both before and after surgery. Because of these potential complications, it is important that you complete the health questionnaire which will be given to you on your arrival at nu-age medical spa. Previous facial surgery may preclude a Facelift.

What is Involved?
At your consultation the surgeon will evaluate your health and discuss your expectations in detail. A Facelift usually takes several hours and longer if you're having more than one procedure done. For extensive procedures, some surgeons may schedule two separate sessions. Every surgeon approaches the procedure in his or her own way. Some complete one side of the face at a time, and others move back and forth between the sides. Incisions usually begin above the hairline at the temples and go down the natural line in front of the ear, and then continue behind the ear along the edge of the hairline. A small incision may also be made under the chin. The exact position of the incisions depends on your facial structure and our surgeon's technique. The surgeon first separates the skin from the fat and muscle. Fat may be trimmed or suctioned from the neck and chin to improve the contour of the face and jaw line. The surgeon then tightens the muscles, and removes the excess skin. Please tell the surgeon if you smoke, take any medication, vitamins, or other drugs. Our surgeon will also explain what anaesthetic will be used and where the surgery is to be performed. It is very important that you tell the surgeon what your expectations are and he / she will inform you of alternatives and any risks and limitations. Once you have been fully informed you can decide with the surgeon the best possible options for you.

Preparing for Surgery
Our surgeon or nurse will give you advice on how to prepare yourself for surgery, this will include guidelines on eating and drinking, smoking, taking or avoiding certain vitamins and medications. You will be asked to sign consent forms to make sure that you understand the procedure, and any risks and potential complications of your surgery.

There will be a waiting period of at least two weeks from the time of your consultation to the day of your surgery. We will arrange for you to be driven home after your surgery, but you may need help at home for a day or two after the operation.

After Surgery
Initially your face may look and feel rather strange. You may be surprised at how bruised and swollen you are. Just keep in mind that in a few weeks you'll be looking normal. Your facial movements may be a little stiff and you might feel a little self-conscious. Bruising can persist for two or three weeks, and you may get tired easily. Some patients can feel disappointed and depressed at first. The stitches will be removed between 7 to 14 days after surgery. Once they're out, and the swelling and bruising gradually subsides, you'll start to look and feel much better. Any pain or discomfort can be controlled with medication. You should be able to return to work within a week to ten days, depending on the level of activity required for your job. Your scars will be quite pink for at least six weeks and you may also be told to avoid alcohol as it causes fluid retention. Men may find they have to shave behind the neck and ears, where areas of beard growing skin have been repositioned.

How long will the results last?
No surgery will stop the ageing process and a Facelift doesn't stop the clock but you can turn back time. The results can last for many years, and you should look younger and feel more refreshed. You are more likely to be happy with your surgery if you are fully informed, understand the procedure thoroughly and your expectations are realistic.